Dr. Ava Lauren Hood-Olson, DMD
OrthodonticsNPI: 1528166253
About This Provider
Dr. Lauren Hood-Olson is a board-trained orthodontist and the owner of Olson Orthodontics in O'Fallon, Illinois. She graduated summa cum laude from Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine, the only doctor in her class to earn that distinction. Her academic record started early: she was her high school valedictorian, earned the Chancellor Scholarship at Southern Illinois University of Edwardsville, and secured one of just two early acceptance positions to dental school. She completed her specialty residency at Eastman Dental Center, University of Rochester, affiliated with Strong Memorial Hospital and recognized nationally for its clinical depth. In 2013, Dr. Hood-Olson purchased Olson Orthodontics and has led it as a trusted, community-rooted practice ever since. Patients describe her as kind, precise, and genuinely invested in the outcomes she delivers. She offers a full range of treatment options, including LightForce custom braces, Invisalign, 3M Clarity aligners, and ICONIX® brackets, so each patient gets a plan matched to their specific anatomy and preferences.
Specialties
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Education & Training
- Graduated top of her class in dental school
Credential: DMD
NPI registered: 09/20/2006
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Areas of Focus
Technology & Equipment
- Invisalign
- Modern orthodontic advancements
Beyond the Office
Helps young patients become comfortable with dental care by letting them sit in chairs and getting them excited about brushing their teeth
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